2009 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac CTS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac CTS-V would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2010 Porsche 911. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS-V | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS-V | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |